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BUFFET van Odette

3.8 (82 reviews)
ModerateBreakfast & Brunch, Cafes
Open 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Quiche
Kevin L.

Well, if nothing else, Buffet van Odette offers a properly casual European feel to the entire service experience. From standing around waiting to be shown to a table for five or ten minutes to extended pauses between being presented with menus or putting in our orders, this is clearly -not- the place to go if you're at all in a rush to be anywhere. That said, why would anyone be in a rush to do anything on a lazy, sunny Sunday afternoon in Amsterdam? That would just be ridiculous. I question the necessity of having an electronic touchscreen tablet ordering system at a café like this. Wouldn't it be just as efficient to just write down your order like they do at most other places? It actually looked like our server was having a challenging time hunting down the right buttons to press to select our food and drink selections. A pen is so much more versatile - I can't even begin to imagine what would happen if you tried to make any requests for substitutions or anything off-menu... But once our meal actually arrived to the table, all was vindicated. Buffet van Odette's fare is every bit worth a wait. Presentation is simple, but lets the food speak for itself. Our quiche was stunningly savoury, with sides of beetroot and lentil salad. The cheesy omelette was delivered without flair, but with crunchy streaky bacon that one doesn't often find in England! To round it all out, I thoroughly enjoyed my americano coffee. Not that it was terribly noteworthy, but I had no complaints on that front. This is certainly an option best suited to those with vast amounts of patience. But if you can handle the waits, there's definitely a pot of gold at the end of that loooooong rainbow.

Andrea S.

Whaaaat?! Loving the mushroom polenta with ricotta. So good! And consistently good, which I find very important. Great dish for vegetarians and carnivores alike. Which actually also applies to the place itself. Buffet van Odette is a place with a very intriguing vibe. Using the words of a dear friend of mine: "Like a bistro, but not as chaotic as a Parisian one. A bit more New York style". (Give yourself some kudos if you read this with a French accent.) Since I have not been to New York myself, I have to trust her on that one, but I can definitely agree with the first part of the statement. On weekends it is full, as expected from a nice place like this. There are no reservations, but the waiting time is not too long. Very reasonable, I never waited longer than 15 minutes. Unlike some other trending places, let's say in the Pijp. The staff is very nice. Well, actually, with only one exception. But maybe the girl was not having a good day, can happen to anyone. Yet, I do not need to know that as a customer. Food service is quite fast. Af for the food - everything I ordered or tasted was delicious. My choices during my last two visits: Pumpkin soup with coriander - nice. Quiche - nice. Mushroom polenta - awesomeness! Half a poussin with mayo - loving it! One comment, or point of improvement, if you wish: I would suggest not seating 3 people at that table for 2 you have in the back corner. Yes, theoretically it should totally work, as you have the corner of a couch and a chair. But in practice, if everyone orderes a main dish (and we had 5 dishes) and some water, it is very uncomfortable to eat. You either have someone's elbow in your face, or need to take turns to bring the food from your place into your mouth. Other solution - service table / bijzettafel. But I assume that is also not going to work as there is no place to put it. Either way, the current solution does not make for a comfortable eating. I am aware of the (mis)conception that putting 3 people on a table for 4 is 'wasting a place'. But if you have 3 ordering 5 dishes, you might be winning after all, no? ;) As one of my favorite people in the food industry, Tom Colicchio said, "I always say that people will come to the restaurant for food, but they'll come back for service." He said it about service, but I think it applies to the whole experience surrounding the food itself.

Selin B.

Great spot with delicious foods, good service and calm environment. Try spinach quiche, omelette and toffee cake! All the best!

Eggs and smoked salmon
Mariko H.

Buffet van Odette is a great cafe/restaurant. Me and my husband found this place by accident. We were actually looking for a restaurant that used to be at this location. At first, we were so disappointed that the restaurant was gone but we were pretty happy with Buffet van Odette. Pros: - food is good and fresh - reasonable price for organic material - nice, bright interior - friendly stuff members - perfect location for having a nice lunch after going to museums or strolling antique street Cons: - pretty busy and noisy - sometimes it's hard to get waitress's attention

Delicious omelette with fried onions, aioli and dark bread. Light but filling lunch!
Evelina K.

In mood for a light lunch? Pay this place a visit! With a selection of all-day breakfast with all sorts of egg dishes, healthy vegan and non vegan salads, sandwiches and soups, this place feels modern without being try-hard. The interior is minimalistic, and the staff sort of goes with the place with their chilled and mellow staff. Overall a cute place that suits pretty much anyone, which to me is the thing with Amsterdam overall.

Tomato soup
Janny S.

Dropped in here for a late lunch, friendly and efficient service, small but excellent menu with tasty and fresh products. Also good coffee! We had the tomato soup and the hamburger, some wine, tea and a machiatto. Well located, out of the main drag but easy stroll from the rijksmuseum.

Amuse buche
Bleep S.

Walked by Buffet van Odette around dinner time and thought it looked interesting...just completely serendipitous. They explained the 3 course dinner and it sounded perfect. They start you off with an amuse bouche of little olives and they are flavorful. First course was a risotto with fresh white asparagus..a large portion. I tried not to eat the entire portion but it just wasn't possible. Oops....gone. The second course was cod in a delicious lemony sauce on a bed of baby vegetables. Third course ..strawberry rhubarb pie. A glass of french white wine was a refreshing accompaniment.. Charming surroundings. excellent service. So glad I walked in.

Xue L.

We met our friend here for dinner. My friend has been living in Amsterdam for almost a year and recommended this not touristy, rather a local spot. We ordered smoked salmon, steak and ravioli. All are very tasty. Service was good as well. Side order of potatoes is a must!

Toffee cake.. you need to share it with someone else. Too intense and big for 1 person.
Beril O.

We had a great brunch here. We tried spinach quiche with goat cheese (it was delicious), omelette and toffee cake (very tasty), service was good. We sit outside very nice location.

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12 years ago

There's not a miss on the menu. Exceptional, locally sourced food. Simply stated and not trendy.

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12 years ago

Amazingly good fine food. They serve a french infused kitchen. The place is very cozy, very small. I'd def reco a reservation.

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Very wholesome and friendly service. The smoked salmon and lentils was very delicious.

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Went for a late dinner, my friend got their truffle and eggplant ravioli and I got the smoked salmon and lentils dish.

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4.3(94 reviews)
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Everything about this place was great!…read more I'll start with the service. We walked in around 4:10 and they didn't start food service for another 20 minutes. The waiter was super cool and told us to have a seat anywhere we liked and brought us a drink menu. He knew we wanted to eat so at exactly 4:30 he came and took our orders. Through out the meal he was on top of everything and even offered many suggestions! The food was spectacular as well. I had the trio of fries and my friends had other small plates that were all so good! And the sauces that come with the fries, mamma mia! We also shared the Boca's Platter and it was absolutely to die for. Do not pass this up. I repeat, do not pass this up! Between 4 people, the medium was plenty of food. The space itself was also nice. They had outdoor seating for nicer days. We went right when food service began on a Monday afternoon so can't speak to how busy it gets during peak hours. Go for the great service, go for the Boca Platter, whatever you do, just go!

Our first stop in Amsterdam for a late lunch. We ordered mushroom bruschetta, 1 medium boca…read moreplatter(meat,cheese,fish), three kinds of fries and of course STEAK TARTARE. The bruschetta was delicious and if you love blue cheese, get it...it's extremely rich and creamy. The three kinds of fries were solid; curly, sweet potato, and regular with some chili ketchups. The boca platter was HUGE and we got the medium for 4 people. Came with steak, fried shrimp, mackerel potato salad, crostini, and an assortment of cheeses and some pepperoni. Last but not least...my favorite...the tartare. The quail egg was delicately placed atop the center of the meat and placed alongside the four little crostini on the plate. It was juicy and had so much flavor, a little spicy but not an overwhelming amount of chili spice. This meal reminded me of tapas in Madrid; definitely stop by bocas and get everything!

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Boca's - Foto via personeel, staat ook op de website

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Scallop carpaccio & Serrano ham

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Coffee & Coconuts

4.0(230 reviews)
1.1 kmDe Pijp, Zuid
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Coffee & Coconuts, seriously another amazing cafe that I visited during my trip in Amsterdam!…read more This cafe is hidden on the outside, but once you step inside, it is massively huge with three stories of dining tables. After waiting to be seated, our hostess guided us upstairs to the third floor, where they have several more dining tables and cozy couches that you can sit on while you enjoy your coffee. My parents, having visited this cafe before during their last trip to Amsterdam, raved about this place and suggested that I try their famous coconut coffee. All three of us ordered their coconut coffee, with my dad adding an espresso shot to his own so that he could stay awake for the rest of the night. Once I reached that first sip, OMG. SO DELICIOUS. How can I make my own coconut coffee back at home?! I loved it so much that I really want to make a copycat of it. The straws are also bendable, which really makes it handy if you need to lower your straw a bit. If I could, I would get on a plane to Amsterdam just to come back for their coconut coffee. That's how delicious it is! Local or tourist, I strongly suggest Coffee & Coconuts. You will not regret coming here at all!

Fantastic ambiance. Friendly service. Excellent food and drink options…read more Casual, trendy, comfy spot for just coffee or a full meal. - Coconut Coffee: A delicious iced drink, rich in coconut and strong coffee flavors. - Royal Apple Juice: Very refreshing blend of apple, carrot, ginger & lime juice. - Kimchi Toast: Good, filling. Not too spicy at all. - Smoked Mackerel Sandwich: A whole, huge mackerel fish is served atop this toast. Yum! Bathrooms are located on European first floor (for Americans, that's not the ground floor. It's equivalent to the 2nd floor).

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Coffee & Coconuts - Second floor

Second floor

Coffee & Coconuts - Fruit Bowl

Fruit Bowl

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BUFFET van Odette - breakfast_brunch - Updated May 2026

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